Pain in the IT band can sideline even the best of athletes and, unfortunately, IT band syndrome is all too common among runners and cyclists. Luckily there are IT Band exercises (along with lots of ...

You’ll often hear runners talking about their IT band. But what it actually is, or why we need to look after it, is somewhat lesser known. Short for iliotibial band, the IT band is a thick band of ...

When I say “IT,” you might think “information technology” instead of “iliotibial,” and TBH, I don’t blame you. I'm not here to chat tech—instead, let’s get the lowdown on a lower body tendon called ...

If you have sharp pain or tightness on the outside of your knees or hips, there’s a good chance it’s caused by your IT band. This area of the body is notoriously tough to stretch, but never fear — ...

Training for a fall race or marathon? Get tips from Yoga for Athletes's Emilie Smith for tackling the common issue of tight IT bands. If you’re training for a fall race or marathon, chances are, you ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Noma Nazish covers all that’s buzzing in the beauty and wellness space Stretching is a key component of any well-rounded exercise ...